British soldier dies in training accident in Iraq

A member of the British Army died in a training accident, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed - (PA Archive)

A member of the British Army died in a training accident in Iraq on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence said.

Speaking in the House of Commons, defence secretary John Healey said the incident took place in the north of the country.

Mr Healey said: “A training accident occurred in Northern Iraq yesterday for which a service personnel from the British Army has died.

“The family has been informed and asked for a period of grace before further details are released. I know the thoughts of the House are with the family.”

Defence secretary John Healey announced in the House of Commons that a member of the British Army died in a training accident in Iraq on Sunday (PA)

In a statement on social media, a spokesperson said: “It is with deep regret that we can confirm that a training accident occurred in northern Iraq on Sunday 31 May 2026 in which a service person from the British Army died.

“The service person's family have been informed and have requested a period of grace before further details are released.

“Our thoughts and sympathies are with the family and friends at this sad time.”